Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform advanced diagnostic tasks in the automotive retail, service, and repair industry.

This program is designed for automotive technicians who wish to specialize in diagnosing complex mechanical issues. It aims to improve problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and practical expertise in a fast-paced, constantly evolving automotive industry.

Course Entry Requirements

Britts College offers admission to all international students who are at least 18 years old on the course commencement date and meet the required academic and English proficiency standards.

Academic Requirements

Admission to the Institute is based on academic merit.

• Have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma from the BSB Training Package (current or superseded equivalent versions) or
• Have two years of equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience in an operational or leadership role in an enterprise.
• Have successfully students must have successfully completed year 12 or secondary studies in their home country equivalent to an Australian Year 12.

English Language Evidence Exemptions

You do not need to provide evidence of an English test score with your visa application if one of the following applies:

• you are a citizen and hold a passport from the UK, USA, Canada, NZ, or the Republic of Ireland
• you are an applicant who is a Foreign Affairs or, Defence sponsored student or a Secondary Exchange student (AASES)
• you are enrolled in a principal course of study that is a registered school course, a standalone English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS), a course registered to be delivered in a language other than English, or a registered post-graduate research course
• you have completed at least 5 years study in English in one or more of the following countries: Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland in the 2 years before applying for the student visa, you completed, in Australia and the English language, either the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or a substantial component of a course leading to a qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework at the Certificate IV or higher level, while you held a student visa.

English Requirements

International students must have a good command of written and spoken English.

• Have demonstrated an IELTS level of at least 5.5 or equivalent or the successful completion of at least General English Upper Intermediate or English for Academic Purposes Upper Intermediate level.
• Have a suitable level of language, literacy, and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that Britts College is able to provide.

Please Note: All the students commencing this course are required to complete the LLN test on the orientation day to assist Britts College in identifying students’ needs for additional support during their study with Britts College.

Course Pathways

Once students have successfully completed AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis, they can apply for jobs within the automotive industry which can include Performance Vehicle Technician or Automotive Master Technician.

The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:

• AUR50216 Diploma of Automotive Technology
• Other Diplomas from other training packages.

Assessment Methodology

Assessment methods used for this qualification are varied and will provide a range of ways for individuals to demonstrate that they have met the required outcomes. Assessment methods may include:

• Written questions
• Projects
• Presentations
• Report writing
• Role plays/observations

At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed

Course Structure

A total of 10 Units (1 Core and 9 electives) must be completed and deemed competent to achieve the qualification AUR40216 Certificate IV in Automotive Mechanical Diagnosis. Participants who achieve competency in any unit/s will receive a Statement of Attainment (provided USI is verified) for that unit/s without completing all 10 units in the qualification. Students completing all the required units of competency will attain full qualification.

Code	Title	Core/ Elective
AURTTA021	Diagnose complex system faults	Core
AURETR037	Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle safety systems	Elective
AURLTB104	Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle braking systems	Elective
AURLTD109	Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle steering and suspension systems	Elective
AURLTE104	Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle petrol engines	Elective
AURLTE105	Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle diesel engines systems	Elective
AURLTX104	Diagnose complex faults in light vehicle transmission and driveline	Elective
AURTTA125	Diagnose complex faults in vehicle integrated stability control systems	Elective
AURTTR101	Diagnose complex faults in engine management systems	Elective
AURAEA004	Manage environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace	Elective

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